A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antalya vs. La Ceiba for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antalya or La Ceiba?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Antalya or La Ceiba? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Antalya or La Ceiba?

Antalya

Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.

La Ceiba

La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras, situated on the north Caribbean coast. The city has a population of about a quarter million people. Many people who visit this city do so before heading into Pico Bonito National Park. It hasn't had the best infrastructure for tourists in the past but is developing fast. It is about 200 kilometers from San Pedro Sula, another large city in Honduras.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, La Ceiba or Antalya?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $130, while the average daily cost in La Ceiba is $74. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Antalya and La Ceiba in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antalya $43
    La Ceiba $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antalya $86
    La Ceiba $44
Compare Hotels in Antalya and La Ceiba

Looking for a hotel in Antalya or La Ceiba? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Antalya


Hotels in La Ceiba


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Antalya Hotel Prices and La Ceiba Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antalya $86
    La Ceiba $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Lara Pirate Boat Trip to Duden Waterfalls with Transfer: $8.60
  • Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
  • Land of Legends Night Show in Antalya – Round Transfer Included: $14
  • Family Rafting at Koprulu Canyon w/Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $15
  • Alanya to Antalya Land of Legends Night Show Transfer: $15
  • Transfer Land of Legends Tour with night show: $15
  • Antalya Waterfall Boat Tour With Lunch & Soft Drinks & Transfer: $16
  • Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
  • Antalya Scuba Diving With Transfer From Belek,Lara,Kemer Hotels: $18
  • Kemer/Belek/Lara: Turkish Bath & Massage with Hotel Transfer: $21
  • Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $22
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Antalya Airport to Lara and Kundu Hotels: $22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Ceiba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Ceiba:

  • Private Transfer from La Ceiba hotels to Banana Coast Cruise Port: $180
  • Private Transfer from Goloson Airport (LCE) to Banana Coast Port: $180
  • From Roatan: One Way Shared transfer to La Ceiba: $49
  • From Copan: One Way Shared Transfer to La Ceiba: $29
  • Ferry Transfer between La Ceiba and Roatán Island: $43

Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or La Ceiba?

Prices for flights to both La Ceiba and Antalya change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Antalya $35
    La Ceiba $30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
  • Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
  • Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $80
  • Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
  • Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antalya $36
    La Ceiba $21

Tours and Activities in Antalya

For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
  • Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
  • Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
  • Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch: $13
  • Old City Tour w/Cable Car, Boat, Waterfall & Lunch: $15
  • Antalya Old Town Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights : $15
  • Boat Cruise with Lunch, Foam Party, and DJ: $15
  • Full-Day Rafting Tour with Lunch and Transportation: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antalya $16
    La Ceiba $4.85


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and La Ceiba, we can see that Antalya is more expensive. And not only is La Ceiba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya is in Europe and La Ceiba is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to La Ceiba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Ceiba and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Antalya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antalya than you might in La Ceiba.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is La Ceiba Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antalya or La Ceiba?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of La Ceiba. When comparing the sizes of Antalya and La Ceiba, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.